Cleveland Man Pleaded Guilty to Fatal Shooting
Derrek Dove entered a guilty plea for a 2026 robbery and murder involving a 56-year-old victim.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Violence
Derrek Dove pleaded guilty to murder and aggravated robbery following the death of 56-year-old Antoine Latham. The victim was fatally shot in his car during a cell phone robbery attempt.
Why it matters
The guilty plea resolves the criminal case regarding the February shooting incident in Cleveland. It marks a significant step in the judicial process for the victim's family and the local community.
Derrek Dove has entered a guilty plea for one count of murder and one count of aggravated robbery. The legal process will conclude with his formal sentencing.
The players
Derrek Dove
He is the defendant who pleaded guilty to charges of murder and aggravated robbery.
Antoine Latham
He was the 56-year-old victim of the fatal shooting incident in Cleveland.
The details
Derrek Dove shot Antoine Latham in the head during an attempted cell phone robbery near East 103rd Street and Rosehill Avenue. First responders discovered the victim inside his vehicle after initially responding to reports of a car crash.
Timeline
February 8, 2026: Antoine Latham was fatally shot.
September 23, 2026: Derrek Dove entered a guilty plea.
October 26, 2026: Derrek Dove is scheduled for sentencing.
Legal Context
The proceedings follow the established sentencing mandates of the Cuyahoga County justice system. The plea marks a progression within the local judicial framework for processing violent felony cases.
The resolution of this case provides closure to the investigation of a violent incident that occurred within the local neighborhood. Residents can expect no further immediate disruption as the matter moves toward final sentencing.
The takeaway
This case highlights the severe consequences of violent crime and the importance of the legal process in delivering justice for victims. The upcoming sentencing date serves as the final procedural milestone for this criminal matter.
What happens next
Derrek Dove is scheduled to be sentenced for his crimes on October 26, 2026.
Further reading
For more information on legal proceedings in the area, visit the Violence section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Cleveland19.
